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TL;DR Several models of Lenovo Android tablets in the US have quietly increased in price on the company’s official website.
Price increases are mostly between $30 and $70, and Lenovo hasn’t provided an official explanation.
Rising RAM costs affecting the whole tech industry may be a factor.
Lenovo has carved out a nice niche for itself over the years with Android tablets that punch above their price. If you’ve ever gone looking for a solid iPad alternative without spending big money, there’s a good chance you’ve come across one of its devices. But they may not look quite so appealing on your next search, as a number of Lenovo’s tablets have quietly gone up in price in the US.
Are RAM prices changing your plans to purchase gadgets? 1084 votes I'm buying what I can now. 25 % I'm planning to wait it out. 42 % No, my plans are the same. 16 % Not sure yet. 17 %
As spotted by PhoneArena, several models on Lenovo’s official US store now carry higher list prices than before, with no obvious explanation from the company. The increases affect a wide range of devices, from budget options to more premium picks.
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Some of the more noticeable changes include the Lenovo Idea Tab jumping from $229.99 to $289.99, the Idea Tab Plus going from $299.99 to $329.99, and the Yoga Tab climbing from $549.99 to $619.99. Even entry-level models like the Tab One have crept up, rising from $149.99 to $179.99. In most cases, that’s an increase of around $30 to $70.
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